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Unit 3: Hazards and manual handling

Talk about hazards and ask for help with heavy or awkward lifting. About 10 minutes.

Updated 2026-10-14

Safety English Unit 3 of 6 Β· Listen Β· Speak Β· Check

1. Key phrases

Press πŸ”Š to hear each phrase, then say it out loud.

  • There's a spill in aisle four. Report a slip hazard.
  • Watch out, wet floor! Warn someone quickly.
  • That box is too heavy to lift on my own. Ask for help.
  • Can you give me a hand with this? Ask someone to help you lift.
  • Bend your knees and keep your back straight. Safe lifting advice.
  • Use the trolley. Use equipment instead of carrying.
  • That cable is a trip hazard. Something people could fall over.
  • I'll put a sign up. Mark the hazard for others.

2. Listen to the conversation

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3. Say it yourself

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Good to know in Australia

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Manual handling (lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying) causes many workplace injuries in Australia. If something is too heavy or awkward, it's normal and expected to ask for help or equipment.